Stuck R M, Sage R, Pinzur M, Osterman H
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois, USA.
Clin Podiatr Med Surg. 1995 Jan;12(1):141-55.
Foot amputation in the diabetic population can help maintain a patient's independent ambulation and function. Such surgery requires diligence of the surgeon and a watchful eye for the development of early and long-term complications. Careful adherence to the listed healing parameters can assist the surgeon in achieving healing rates of above 90%.
